Learn the meaning of all the AirTag sounds your shiny personal tracker can make, from setup to locating it with Find My to critical warnings and more.
How to know what the different AirTag sounds mean
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How to update the software on your AirTag
Learn how to update your AirTag to the most recent firmware in order to get the latest features and fixes, plus how to check its firmware version and see what's new.
Apple offers up a potential fix for some iPhone owners experiencing ‘phantom AirTag alerts’
By themselves, the AirTag item tracking accessory seems like a pretty stable device. It does what it's supposed to do pretty well, after all. But the feature that is directly associated with it, Apple's Find My network, seems to be going through a rough growth spurt as of late.
How to check your AirTag battery charge
Apple's handy Batteries widget doesn't support the AirTag, but you can follow these simple steps to check the current battery charge of your AirTag at any time.
The new AirTag firmware alters the unwanted tracking sound
The new tracking sound features a more prominent tone pattern that should help you more easily locate an unknown AirTag that has been found moving with you.
Apple launches AirTag firmware version 1.0.301 without release notes
Apple is now rolling out an updated AirTag firmware but has yet to provide release notes about the update itself so it's unclear for the time being what's new or fixed.
iOS 15.4 beta adds new AirTag anti-stalking alerts
Ever since the launch of the item tracking accessory AirTag, Apple has been working to tweak the device's software features to make it so it's harder to stalk people, or things, that don't actually belong to that person. And that continues with iOS 15.4.
New Yorkers warned to be on the lookout for malicious AirTag users
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a warning about unwanted AirTag tracking and “malicious Apple AirTag users” that may be stalking them.
Apple details plans to fight unwanted AirTag tracking
Apple has shared its planned actions and new features, coming later this year, designed to prevent unwanted AirTag tracking, including updated alerts and safety warnings.
Apple launches a Personal Safety User Guide to tackle safety concerns like AirTag tracking and device access
When Apple launched its device tracking accessory, the AirTag, it did so to plenty of fanfare. It was just one more Apple-branded device that was designed to help with everyday tasks. However, since the accessory's launch there has been a lot of concern about stalking and property theft. Apple has added features to help alleviate some of those issues, but now the company is going one step further with a dedicated user guide to help smooth over some of the wrinkles.
What was your favorite Apple device launched in 2021?
2021 might not have been the busiest of years for Apple. All things considered, though, the company launched a healthy enough amount of new devices out into the wild. And, since the year is finally over and done with, let's take a look back, shall we?
Apple will include a limited-edition AirTag in its upcoming Japanese New Year promotion
Engraving options have been available for Apple's products for quite some time. That includes etching a very cute animals onto your devices if you feel so inclined. And for folks who would like a limited-edition furry friend on their AirTag, Apple Japan may have just what you're looking for.